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Going Out in Rome

After the sun sets Rome has plenty to keep you busy whether you're looking to party or for more cultural fare.

Roman Culture
Rome has a seen a recent resurgence in the arts of late with the completion of several new arts venues including the dazzling 2003 Concert Hall by Renzo Piano. Outdoor events at parks and other venues are also a popular theme during the summer months. But, if you're looking for the mass quantities of culture, the best time to visit is during the Roma Europa Festival that runs from late September through early December (www.romaeuropa.net).

Best Event Guide
"Wanted in Rome" Ask your hotel's concierge or check newsstands for this English-language entertainment guide. Provides up-to-date listings of local events. www.wantedinrome.com

Getting Tickets
For cultural offerings such as concerts and plays, try the box office open usually several hours before an event. Alternatively, try one of these central booking agencies in town. Many theaters only take cash, so be prepared.

Take the walki-talki.com self guided, mp3 audio walking tour of ancient Rome as a prelude to your evening of culture.

Booking Agencies

Orbis Piazza Esquilino 37 - tickets for concerts, theater and sporting events.

Hello Ticket Via Giolitti 34 (in the Termini train station) Free phone also available for early booking: +39 (800) 90 70 80.

Culture
Dance

Teatro dell'Opera di Roma (Via Beniamino Gigli) Home to the Rome Opera Ballet, this is the place to see classical ballet performed by some of the biggest names in the world. (www.operaroma.it).

Teatro Olimpico (Piazza Gentile da Fabriano 17, Stadio Olimpico) Modern dance companies from Italy and abroad perform here, as well as the classic Roman Philharmonic on Thursdays throughout the season. (www.teatroolimpico.it

Music

Auditorium-Parco della Musica Concert Hall (Viale Pietro de Coubertin) A cultural factory with three large halls and one outdoor amphitheater, there is something for everyone at this incredible venue from band orchestras to classical to pop. (www.auditorium.com)

Opera

Teatro dell'Opera (Piazza Beniamino Gigli 8, Termini) The opera season starts in November and runs through late May. Many fine Italian operas and plenty of renown international guests can be found on the bill. Expect to pay €20 to €150. (www.opera.roma.it)

Theater
Rome

Teatro India (Lungotevere dei Papareschi) Housed in one-time soap factory, this large theater contains three stages, offering many original and experimental productions year round. (www.teatrodiroma.net)
E.T.I. Valle (Via del Teatro Valle 21) Constructed in 1727 this is Rome's oldest and most charming theater, producing classic works with a modern twist, as well as a few productions in English. Located near the Pantheon. (www.teatrovalle.it)

Rome Nightlife
The highest concentration of nightlife in Rome can be found in the areas around Piazza Navona and across the river in Trastevere. For nightclubs, head to the Spanish Steps or better yet, make the trek out to Testaccio in the south of the city where the locals party. Below is our list of recommended haunts to make your nights in Rome a little bit cooler, or maybe even a bit hotter.

Bars in Rome

Bar della Pace (Via della Pace 5). This upscale cocktail bar near Piazza Navona is great for people watching.

Pupitre Pub (Via del Boscetto 28) If you're looking for the place to party with other travelers, this British style bar near the Colosseum has lots of shots and (surprise) a rowdy atmosphere. The perfect place to start to a pub crawl.

Caffè di Marzio (Piazza Santa Maria 15) Overlooking the central piazza in Trastevere, this romantic wine bar is a good place to meet for a pre-dinner drink.

Taverna del Campo (Campo de' Fiori 16) A typical Italian tavern with the best bar snacks in Rome.

Live Music

Brancaleone (Via Levanna 11) One of the many squat clubs around town run by the Centri Sociali, Brancaleone is easily the largest and best in Rome with live acts most nights. (www.brancaleone.eu)

Alexanderplatz (Via Ostia 9) Best live jazz in Rome with plenty of famous names on the wall from it's storied past. Located near the Vatican Museum.

Il Locale (Vicolo del Fico 3) Located near Piazza Navona this club features live Italian rock bands six days a week. Closed Monday.

Nightclubs and Dance Clubs in Rome

La Villa Club (Via di Ceri 33) All decades are represented at this dance friendly disco housed in a real Italian villa complete with an outdoor garden.

Alpheus (Via del Commercio 36) Three rooms covering Latin, soul and world music with a crowd that knows how to move. Bring your dancing shoes.

Goa (Via Libetta 13, Testaccio) Trendy club with an Indian theme and some of Europe's best DJ's, spinning hip-hop and house grooves.

Alibi (Via di Monte Testaccio 39) Gay friendly multiplex with a little bit of everything.

Black Out (Via Saturina 18) Rock, grunge, pop and punk including live bands in an industrial setting. Two large dance floors. The best place to rock out in Rome.